Past events

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June 7, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Try dozens of athletic activities you’ve never seen before in this high-energy, interactive program. Think badminton might be fun? Ever wanted to try lacrosse? JumpBunch has these and more to get you moving and having fun. This is a great opportunity to help kids discover cool new games while improving their motor skills, hand-eye coordination and confidence.

LOCATION: East Lake Park – 124th Ave. & Fillmore St., Thornton, CO | map

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Children, Family
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Jun 7 2012

Make sushi a fun, fresh addition to your menu this summer. You’ll get to cut veggies for your own vegetable sushi rolls and practice rolling sushi with a bamboo rolling mat. Practice the basics with us and take away recipes for more ambitious efforts at home. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult
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June 7, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Children
June 6, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Have fun and be cool this summer by coming to the library and dressing up. There’ll be clothes, wigs and fun crafts to make alternative clothes. Make a mirror mask or practice makeup with a Lady Gaga lightning bolt. Appropriate for teens.

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Teen
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June 6, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Did you know that cocoa beans were once used as money? At this tasty program, you’ll learn the history of chocolate and get to try the traditional Aztec drink. You’ll also get to sample this amazing food by dipping treats into a chocolate fountain. Appropriate for teens. Space is limited; registration required.

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Teen
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Jun 6 2012

Obsessed with The Hunger Games? Love anything with a vampire in it? We all have our private passions — express yours by making a small magazine devoted to whatever you’re into. We’ll provide materials, but feel free to bring your own stash of pictures or other memorabilia to personalize your zine. Appropriate for teens.

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Teen
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Jun 6 2012

Play a little Do-Re-Mi as you fill bottles with water to make different musical notes. You’ll be so good that you’ll be able to play “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” before you leave. Appropriate for kids and families. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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June 6, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Play a little Do-Re-Mi as you fill bottles with water to make different musical notes. You’ll be so good that you’ll be able to play “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” before you leave. Space is limited; registration required.

Jun 6 2012

Discover your inner playwright, actor or stage designer at your local Anythink. Learn about the traditional art of shadow puppetry and then create a theater and play of your own. You can use traditional stories such as “The Three Billy Goats Gruff,” or create a story using the patterns provided. Feeling creative? Come up with your very own puppets and write your own play. Appropriate for ages 3-11. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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Jun 6 2012

Play a little Do-Re-Mi as you fill bottles with water to make different musical notes. You’ll be so good that you’ll be able to play “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” before you leave. Appropriate for kids and families. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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June 6, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

In this do-it-yourself program made possible by Brighton Shares the Harvest, you’ll create a tomato and flower garden in a container to grow a bountiful harvest. Supplies provided. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult
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June 6, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.

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Children
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June 6, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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June 5, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Discover your ancestry using free resources available from your local Anythink, such as Ancestry.com. Bring information about your family tree and experience a guided exploration of ancestry research tools. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult
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June 5, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Get in the game! Become part of popular board games as you play giant lawn-sized versions of checkers, Jenga, Twister, and more with your family. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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June 5, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Try dozens of athletic activities you’ve never seen before in this high-energy, interactive program. Think badminton might be fun? Ever wanted to try lacrosse? JumpBunch has these and more to get you moving and having fun. This is a great opportunity to help kids discover cool new games while improving their motor skills, hand-eye coordination and confidence. Appropriate for kids and families.

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Family
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June 5, 2012 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Try dozens of athletic activities you’ve never seen before in this high-energy, interactive program. Think badminton might be fun? Ever wanted to try lacrosse? JumpBunch has these and more to get you moving and having fun. This is a great opportunity to help kids discover cool new games while improving their motor skills, hand-eye coordination and confidence. Appropriate for kids and families.

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Family
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June 5, 2012 - 11:15 am to 11:45 am

Spend time with your preschooler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Children
Jun 5 2012

Join Ms. Rene for a great time in this program for 3-6-year-olds who love to dance, sing and have a good time! We’ll play games, use easy musical instruments, shake bean bags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving!

Event Type: 
Music
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Children
Jun 5 2012

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.

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Children
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June 5, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Wondering how Skype works? Come see how you can talk to people over the Internet with a microphone through your computer or use the application on your phone. Please bring a microphone if you want to practice. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult, Children, Teen
June 5, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:45 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.

Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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June 5, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Don’t have email? Set up an email account today! Need help with your email? Attend this program to get your questions answered. Sign up today! All ages are welcome.

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Adult, Family, Teen
June 5, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:10 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Sing and Read with us.

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Children
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June 5, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Our youngest Anythinkers (18 months-4 years) will enjoy this playtime in our backyard. Themes change weekly and include messy play, a parachute, building blocks and bubbles.

 

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Children
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June 4, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Play a little Do-Re-Mi  as you  fill bottles with water to make  different musical notes. You’ll be so good that you’ll be able to play “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” before you leave. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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Jun 4 2012

Drop in to Anythink Washington Street to learn about the exciting experiences that await you this summer. Sign up for your favorite programs and receive your mySummer journal.

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Adult, Children, Family, Teen
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June 4, 2012 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Enjoy fairy tales with a twist for all ages. Join Play-Ground Theatre founders Jeff Haycock and Mia Sole for one hour of music, stories, and hilarious comedy that's inspiring, energizing, and interactive for all ages.

LOCATION: Danahy Park – Livingston Dr. & Roseanna Dr., Northglenn, CO | map

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Children, Family
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June 4, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Drop in at Anythink Brighton to learn about what exciting experiences await you this summer. Sign up for your favorite programs and receive your mySummer journal.

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Adult, Children, Family, Teen
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June 4, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Enjoy fairy tales with a twist for all ages. Join Play-Ground Theatre founders Jeff Haycock and Mia Sole for one hour of music, stories and hilarious comedy that’s inspiring, energizing and interactive for all ages.

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Children, Family, Teen
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June 4, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

The American Medical Association describes tai chi as “characterized by physical movement and mental concentration; its purpose is to moderately exercise all the muscles and achieve integration between mind and body.” “Joe” Dunn, instructor at the Northglenn Senior Center, will help you learn the basic movements of this ancient practice. Please wear comfortable clothing for this outdoor class. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult
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June 3, 2012 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Join us outside the library or in the program space for a blend of classic yoga for people of every size, shape and skill level. Relax and get psyched at the same time! Participants should bring a water bottle and yoga mat, and prepare for an outdoor session. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

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Adult
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June 2, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Drop in to Anythink Wright Farms to learn about the exciting experiences that await you this summer. Sign up for your favorite programs and receive your mySummer journal.

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Adult, Children, Family, Teen
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June 2, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Drop in at Anythink Bennett to learn about what exciting experiences await you this summer. Register for your favorite programs and become a member of mySummer to receive your mySummer journal.

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Adult, Children, Family, Teen
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June 2, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come and read to our special listening dogs – they love a good story! Our dogs come from the Denver Pet Partners and are specially trained. An especially good experience for reluctant readers ages 6-12 who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited, so please register at the front desk.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Children
May 31, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Still working with your Nook, Kindle or tablet? Come learn how to use your library resources with your device. See the difference between an e-reader and a tablet. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books. Registration recommended.

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Adult, Teen

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